05.09.2026 22:50
The passing of actor Serhat Kılıç, who closed his eyes to life at the age of 51, plunged the art world into mourning. The most emotional tribute came from his former co-star in the series 'Söz,' Tolga Sarıtaş. Shaken by the tragic news while preparing to share the same set again in the series 'Teşkilat,' Sarıtaş said, 'Brother Serhat, I knew I was lucky to act opposite you at such a young age, but I didn't know you would leave so suddenly and early.' Following the painful loss, many famous names also published condolence messages.
The passing of actor Serhat Kılıç at the age of 51 has caused great sorrow in the art world. Tolga Sarıtaş, who starred alongside Kılıç in the TV series Söz years ago, bid farewell to his former co-star with a post on his social media account. Sarıtaş said, "Brother Serhat, I knew I was lucky to act opposite you at a young age, but I didn't know you would leave so suddenly and early. May your legacy endure."
THEY WERE GOING TO REUNITE IN THE SAME SERIES YEARS LATER
Tolga Sarıtaş and Serhat Kılıç had starred together in the series Söz. Years later, the paths of the two actors were set to cross again in the series Teşkilat.
Kılıç had been added to the series' 7th season cast but had left the project shortly before filming began due to health issues. His passing just one day after the announcement of his departure from the series deepened the sorrow.
CONDOLENCE MESSAGES POUR IN FROM THE ART WORLD
Following the news of Kılıç's death, many actors and artists shared emotional messages on their social media accounts. In the messages from his colleagues, the shock and sadness over Kılıç's sudden loss stood out.
Ceyhun Fersoy, referring to Kılıç's unforgettable character in Seksenler, said, "Brother Ergun Plak! What days we lived through together. I will remember you very well and fondly. Take good care of yourself there. My incredibly talented brother."
Pelin Akil expressed her sorrow with these words: "Serhat Kılıç... I am so sad... An amazing heart and a giant talent... We had just talked about you recently."
Burak Deniz said, "My dear brother Serhat... I don't know what to say, I'm very sad, I'm in shock," while Sedef Avcı shared the message, "Wasn't it too early, Serhat? I am incredibly sad. May your path be bright."
"HE WAS OUR ELDER BROTHER FROM BILKENT THEATER"
Names from the theater circle who knew Serhat Kılıç also shared their condolences on social media.
Şahan Gökbakar said, "He was our elder brother from Bilkent theater. May God have mercy on him, our condolences," while Asuman Dabak used the words, "May your resting place be heaven. Oh, my dear wild-hearted Serhat. I am very sad."
Demet Akbağ shared the message, "I am very sad, I wish patience to his loved ones and family. Our condolences. May God have mercy on him," while İlker Ayrık also conveyed his condolences with the words "Our condolences."
Following Kılıç's death, many names such as Şükran Ovalı, Yekta Kopan, Bennu Yıldırımlar, Derya Bedavacı, Ahu Yağtu, Ayça Bingöl, Tuğrul Tülek, Begüm Öner, Hakan Bulut, Reha Özcan, Necmi Yapıcı, and Şoray Uzun also published condolence messages on their social media accounts.